Outing at Mukōjima c. 1787

"Outing at Mukōjima" is a woodblock print by the famous Japanese artist Torii Kiyonaga, created around 1787. The print depicts three women on a leisurely outing in Mukōjima, a popular recreational area in Edo (present-day Tokyo). The scene is lively and colorful, with the women dressed in vibrant kimonos and strolling through a picturesque landscape. The print showcases Kiyonaga’s masterful use of line and color, and his ability to capture the beauty of everyday life in Edo. The print is also significant for its depiction of the fashionable women of Edo, and their leisurely pursuit of pleasure and entertainment. This print is now part of the collection at the Minneapolis Institute of Art.